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PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS
OPERATION
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PRESTART
Operate generator on a firm, dry, and clean surface. The surface must be level. Protect generator from heavy dust, sand, dirt, rain, or snow. Do not locate generator near standing water and snow. Make sure area is
WARNING: Only responsible adults should use generator. Never let anyone operate genera- tor without proper instructions.
Note: If oil level is too low, oil alert system will keep engine from starting (see Oil Alert System, page 6). Make sure oil level is full before starting. See Engine Oil, page 7.
Before starting the engine, disconnect all electric loads from generator.
STARTING
IMPORTANT: The engine speed is preset. The throttle is locked in preset position. Do not adjust throttle. Preset position lets engine run at 3600 RPM under load. The engine must maintain 3600 RPM for generator to create correct voltage. Running engine at lower speeds will damage generator and powered items.
IMPORTANT: Never start generator with electrical loads connected. Start engine before adding electrical loads.
1.Make sure gasoline tank is full. See Fuel, page 7 for fuel information.
2.Move fuel valve lever to the ON posi- tion (see Figure 15).
Choke Lever (Closed Position)
Fuel Valve Lever (ON Position)
Figure15-FuelValveLeverOn,ChokeLever Closed (Model MGH4000D Shown)
3.Move choke lever fully to the left. This closes the choke.
Note:You may not need to close choke if engine is warm or air temperature is high.
4.Start the engine. A. Recoil Starter
Move engine lever or turn engine switch to the ON position (see Figure 16). Remove slack from starter rope by lightly pulling starter grip. Next, pull starter rope briskly.
IMPORTANT: Do not let starter grip snap back against engine. Return it gen- tly. This will prevent damage to starter.
Note: If engine does not start, check the oil in the crankcase. Add oil as necessary. Be sure engine is on a level surface. See Oil Alert System, page 6.
B.ElectricStarter(ModelsMGH5000EIE and MGH6500AIE Only)
Turn the engine switch to the START position (see Figure 17). Hold it there until engine starts. When engine starts, let switch return to the ON position.
IMPORTANT: Do not use electric starter more than five seconds. Starter motor damage may occur. If engine fails to start, release the switch and wait ten seconds. After ten seconds, try starting again.
Note: If engine does not start, check the oil in the crankcase. Add oil as necessary. Be sure engine is on a level surface. See Oil Alert System, page 6.
5.As engine warms up, slowly move choke lever fully to the right (see Figure 18). This opens the choke.
ENGINE SW
ON
OFF
Figure 16 - Engine Switch In ON Position
(All Models Except MGH5000EIE and
MGH6500AIE)
HONDA
Engine
Switch | ON |
OFF START |
ENGINE SW
CIRCUIT
BREAKER
Figure 17 - Engine Switch (Models MGH5000EIE and MGH6500AIE Only)
Choke Lever (Open Position)
Figure 18 - Choke Lever Opened (Model MGH6500AIE Shown)
AUTO-IDLE OPERATION
IMPORTANT: Never start engine with elec- trical loads connected. Start engine before adding electrical loads.
1.If engine is cold, turn the
2.Start engine. Allow engine to warm up with no load for five minutes.
3.Turn
4.Operate generator according to speci- fications outlined in owner's manual.
5.Engine will automatically increase to normal operating speed when you plug load into any generator outlet.
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Figure 19 - Control Panel
6.The
OFF when generator is shut down.
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